Bates Pony Dressage Saddle

Regular price: $2,995.00
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Sale price: $2,995.00

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Color: Classic Black

Size 15"/38cm 16"/40cm

Flap Standard Flap Long Flap

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Experience world-class saddle design built specifically for ponies and young riders. The Bates Pony Dressage Saddle pairs a pony-specific tree and deep pony seat with performance systems to promote correct rider alignment, clear aids, and all-day comfort for your pony.

Key benefits

Anatomical pony design: Pony tree and deep seat support a secure, balanced position for developing riders. Quilted panel points sit softly and help the saddle settle in balance.
Proven stability: Adjustable Y-Girthing enhances stability on a wide range of pony shapes; fine-tune rider support with the Adjustable Flexibloc system and Ergonomic Stirrup Bar.
HART comfort tech: CAIR® Cushion System for fluid, even pressure and the EASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution (gullet and risers) so you can maintain optimal fit as your pony develops.

Specs & options

Sizes: 38 cm (15") and 40 cm (16")
Colours: Classic Black, Classic Brown
Flap options: Standard or Long flap
Approx. weight: ~5 kg / 11 lb
Core tech: EASY-CHANGE® gullets (typically Narrow–Extra Wide), CAIR® panels, Adjustable Y-Girthing, Adjustable Flexiblocs, Ergonomic Stirrup Bar, Elastiflex tree

Why it works
Innovative fit systems keep the saddle stable and balanced across a broad range of pony conformations, while the deep seat and ergonomic rider adjustments help young riders maintain a correct, effective position for clearer communication of the aids.

HART: Cair Cushion System + EasyChange Gullet and Riser Systems

The Technology

The technology that makes up HART has been proven to be transformative for both horse and rider. Only if a saddle has all of these features, is it worthy of the HART badge.

Elastiflex Tree

Imagine the comfort of a tree with the ability to flex and move with your every stride. Your horse’s spine is protected from concussive forces, whilst lateral flexion enables your horse’s back to swing and move uninhibited and naturally. It is exceptionally lightweight, symmetrical and strong over time, protecting it from breakage or warping. You’re in safe hands in a saddle with HART

CAIR Cushion System

Trust in simply the best protection you can offer your horse. Super soft air cushions lie in constant contact with your horse’s moving back muscles, for their total comfort from an even and lower pressure combined with the ultimate in shock absorption. With CAIR, your horse will respond through freedom of movement you can feel. You’re in safe hands in a saddle with HART.

EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution

When your horse is your world, we understand your need for total reassurance of a perfect fit solution now and in the future. Relax with confidence in full adjustability to both the tree and panel. With the greatest scope of customization in your hands that is measurable, symmetrical and completely reversible, you know you are giving your horse your absolute best with the EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution. You’re in safe hands with HART.

Performance Panel Technology

Look beneath your saddle and see the thoughtful design that is key for your horse to move naturally. Each individual saddle has a generous footprint with edges that gradually taper for a seamless and gentle transition of weight. Careful tailoring ensures maximum clearance for your horse’s spine with provision for lift adjustments where needed for perfect balance and stability in riding. You’re in safe hands in a saddle with HART

Comfort Seat Technology

It is a comfort we hope you will never notice, designed to help you feel naturally balanced and connected in the moment with your horse. Perfect balance starts with a seat anatomically sculpted from exacting multilayers of foams to support your optimal position. Feel the difference of closer and seamless contact, elevated by complementary technologies including an ergonomic stirrup bar and knee blocks positioned specifically to you. You’re in safe hands in a saddle with HART

Warranty

Bates Saddles warranty terms and conditions:

The Bates Saddles warranty becomes effective from the date of purchase of your new Bates saddle.
You must provide proof of purchase, the original purchase receipt and your warranty card.
A repair or replacement under the Bates Saddles Warranty will not extend your Bates Saddles warranty period.
The Bates Saddles warranty is processed through our appointed Bates Saddles retailers.

What is covered under the Bates Saddles warranty:

Bates Saddles guarantees the repair or replacement of your Bates saddle (or part thereof) at no cost, if found to have a breakage in the tree for a period of 10 years from the date of purchase.
Bates Saddles guarantees the repair or replacement of your Bates saddle (or part thereof) at no cost, if found to have faulty materials or workmanship within two years of the date of purchase.

Please note, this line does not apply to saddles sold as a factory second, discontinued or prototype model, which would feature unique "specials" warranty ticketing.

What is not covered under your Bates Saddles warranty:

Normal wear and tear.
Accidental damage, faults caused by negligent use, lack of care or neglect.
Use of the saddle for anything other than equestrian pursuits.
Use of parts or accessories other than those produced or recommended for use with and in a Bates saddle.
Repairs or alterations carried out by third parties not in accordance with Bates Saddles’ recommendations.
The fit of the saddle itself.

What you need to do:

If you believe you have a claim under the Bates Saddles warranty you will need to:

Contact the retailer from whom you purchased your saddle (or your nearest Bates Saddles retailer) to discuss your concerns.
Take this card along with the original purchase receipt and your saddle to the retailer from whom you purchased the saddle (or your nearest Bates Saddles retailer).
The retailer will then be able to assist in assessing whether your saddle has a defect covered under the Bates Saddles warranty.
Thereafter the retailer will then liaise with our team on your behalf in relation to your warranty claim.